The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) prides itself on offering its students practical education and hands-on experience in their prospective careers. With approximately 50,000 students, annually, BCIT has made its mark in delivering quality graduates, ready to take on the challenges of the industry. The institution prepares the students with in-depth experiences, training, high-quality tools, and reputable industry leaders and instructors. Results speak for BCIT’s education quality with 98% employability of its degree graduates with over 190,000 alumni worldwide.

Academics

BCIT offers a comprehensive range of academic options with 300 cohort programs and 1000 part-time courses across diverse fields such as Business and Media, Engineering, Health Sciences, Trades and Apprenticeships, Applied and Natural Sciences, and Computing and IT. The institution's commitment to smaller class sizes ensures that students benefit from focused and personalized learning experiences throughout their years at BCIT. Whether students prefer full-time or part-time studies, or even distance and online options, BCIT provides flexible learning paths to meet the needs of various programs and individual preferences.

The curriculum at BCIT is developed in close consultation with industry experts, ensuring that students acquire the in-demand knowledge and skills required by employers. This approach guarantees that graduates are well-prepared to meet the expectations of the workforce, making them highly employable and effective in their respective fields.

BCIT boasts state-of-the-art facilities that enhance the learning experience. The TEC Hub at the Downtown Campus offers next-level IT education, equipping students with advanced skills in technology. Additionally, BCIT is renowned for its specialized facilities in Aerospace Technology, forensics, and media, providing students with cutting-edge resources and environments to support their education and training.

Admissions

Requirements vary per program. Check your respective program for specific entrance requirements. Contact a PathCan representative to assist you in navigating the admission requirements per program.

Language Requirement:

Since English is the mode of instruction and communication in BCIT, all applicants are required to demonstrate English proficiency.

Students are required to prove both of the following as proof of English proficiency:

-         English 12 or equivalent with the percentage specified in the chosen program for reading and writing

-         Two years of full-time education in English in an English-speaking country in speaking and listening.

If the student is unable to provide any of these two, they will be required to provide proof of proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through language assessments such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, ISEP, and PELD.

Tuition and Fees

For domestic students, the annual average estimated tuition in BCIT for full-time studies are as follows:

-         Degree programs: $8,180

-         Diploma programs: $5,660 - $10,910

-         Certificate programs: $4,050 - $16,640

-         Advanced diploma/graduate certificate programs: $6,340 - $12,020

-         Master’s programs: $12,820

International Students

For international students, degree programs range from $8,590.07 - 12,772.67 per term depending on the chosen program. To get a better view of the tuition cost per term, click here.

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